1 in 4 Chinese Listed Companies Lose Money as AI Booms
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One in four companies listed on China's stock exchanges reported a loss, even as artificial intelligence (AI) firms surged ahead of the rest of the economy.
The divide shows a two-speed China: AI and tech companies are growing fast, while many traditional businesses struggle.
A loss means a company spent more than it earned. The data covers firms on China's main exchanges.
The gap raises questions about whether AI growth alone can support the wider economy.